Stone Fountain

There's a gallery tucked away near Invergordon that revolves around a working stone fountain - unusual enough to justify the detour if you're staying in the area. The fountain itself is the focal point, but the space around it functions as a proper working gallery with rotating exhibitions and craftwork on display.

It's the sort of place that appeals most to people with a genuine interest in sculpture and contemporary craft rather than casual browsers. You won't need more than an hour unless you're genuinely absorbed in what's on, though that depends entirely on the exhibition. The setting near Invergordon puts it within easy reach of both Newmore Highland Pods and Delny Glamping if you're basing yourself nearby.

The real draw is seeing how the fountain works as both functional object and art piece - it's not every day you find a gallery centred around water and stone. Worth a morning visit if you're exploring the Scottish Highlands, but don't expect the kind of production you'd get from larger museums. Call ahead or check locally for current opening hours and what's on display, as details are thin on the ground online. If you're staying at one of the nearby holiday parks, it's a pleasant walk or short drive to get the measure of the place, though whether it justifies your time depends on your tolerance for smaller, more intimate gallery spaces.